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NOT SELLING: Don't Listen To What The Media Is Trying To Tell You, Mat Ishbia Is NOT GOING Anywhere!
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- Aug 21, 2026
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Summary
Phoenix Suns fans can breathe easy—Mat Ishbia isn’t leaving. Despite rumors swirling around UWM stock troubles and speculation about a potential Phoenix Suns sale, all signs confirm Ishbia’s commitment and financial strength to keep the team on solid ground. Is the Suns’ spending—or their championship hopes—really at risk? The facts suggest otherwise. Benjamin Garcia breaks down Joe Pompliano’s reporting on Ishbia’s margin loan, debunks myths about a forced sale, and examines how recent Western Conference trades—including Peyton Watson to the Cleveland Cavaliers—may open the door for the Suns to grab a top-four seed. With hot takes on the Miles Bridges trade, Jalen Green’s make-or-break season, and calls to start rookie Khaman Maluach, this episode tackles the team’s roster evolution and playoff potential. Are the Phoenix Suns primed for a breakthrough in a suddenly weaker West? 00:00 Talking about Joe Pompliano's article 04:56 Margin Call Forcing Ishbia To Sell? 08:54 Mat Ishbia's fan-focused team ownership 10:29 Ishbia's cash flow situation 16:31 Trade critique: Peyton Watson to Cavs 19:38 Discussing NBA team changes and player impact 20:43 NBA team performance predictions 24:59 Reevaluating Jalen Green's Role 27:44 Taking the training wheels off Khaman Maluach 📲 Follow Locked On Suns on TikTok Locked On Suns https://www.tiktok.com/@lockedonphxsuns 📲 Follow Locked On Suns on Instagram Locked On Suns https://www.instagram.com/lockedonphxsuns/ 📲 Follow Locked On Suns on X Locked On Suns https://x.com/LockedOnPHXSuns Ben Garcia https://x.com/BenGarciaShow Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-suns/ Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba